Global Rice Seeds Market - 2023-2030

Global Rice Seeds Market - 2023-2030

Global Rice Seeds Market reached US$ 7.65 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 13.26 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 7.12% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

The escalating global consumption of rice is a crucial trend impacting the rice seeds market. According to OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2018-2027, Over the next 10 years, global rice consumption is predicted to rise by a 1.1% annual rate, up from a 1.5% annual rate during the previous 10 years. More than 70% of the anticipated rise in rice consumption worldwide is expected to come from Asian nations. Population growth rather than per capita gains is primarily responsible for this expansion, as per capita consumption is predicted to decline or remain unchanged in many of the region's countries as wealth rises and diets become more diversified.

The rising hybrid technology acts as a key trend in rice seeds market growth. Farmers increasingly prefer hybrid rice seeds due to their higher yield potential, disease resistance, and improved quality traits. In June 2023, the Food and Agriculture Organisation unveiled a novel hybrid rice variety known as water-saving and drought-resistant rice (WDR-73) which is said to double yields. It is launched as part of the third phase of the FAO-China-Uganda, South-South Cooperation (SSC) Project.

Open-pollinated varieties have a significant share in the rice seed market due to their consistent performance, adaptability, and farmer-friendly traits. Asia Pacific dominates the rice seed market Asia Pacific dominates the rice seed market due to its extensive rice cultivation, diverse varieties tailored to local climates, and significant technological advancements in hybrid seeds, enhancing yield and quality. According to FAO, Rice is the staple food of Asia Pacific. The Asia-Pacific Region produces and consumes more than 90% of the world's rice.

Dynamics

Increasing Demand for High-Quality Rice Seeds Due to the Rising Food Demand

The rising need for food worldwide is closely related to the rising demand for premium rice seeds. The demand for high-yielding, disease-resistant rice varieties is rising as populations grow and food choices change. Because of this, the market for rice seeds is expanding significantly. According to FAO predictions, 522.0 billion tonnes of rice will be used overall in 2022–2023.

The market for rice seeds is rising in direct proportion to the increasing demand for premium rice. To fulfill this demand, farmers are looking for better rice seeds. They are striving for high-quality, novel seed options that promise increased crop resilience and better yields, which is driving the expansion of the rice seed industry. The aim of increased agricultural production to meet the growing demand for premium rice due to changing dietary preferences and growing worldwide populations is the driving force behind this development.

Increasing Technological Advances in Rice Breeding

Improved rice varieties with desired qualities like increased yield, disease resistance, and stress tolerance can be developed due to advancements in rice breeding techniques. By satisfying the changing needs of farmers and greatly bolstering the market for rice seeds, these advances expedite the development of more durable and productive rice seeds.

An international team has achieved a commercial hybrid rice strain from seeds with 95% efficiency, according to an article published on December 27, 2022, in Nature Communications. This led to a drop in the cost of hybrid rice seed, making high-yielding, disease-resistant rice varieties more affordable for low-income farmers worldwide.

Low Margin for Industrial Crops including Rice Seeds

According to the National Library of Medicine, a study conducted in the Mvomero and Mbarali districts of Tanzania aimed to assess the economic aspects of smallholder rice farming. Analyzing data from 382 farmers the research determined that smallholder rice farming faces challenges affecting profitability. The findings revealed an average Return on Investment (ROI) of 0.42, a benefit-cost ratio (BCR) of 1.42, and a Profit Margin of 24%, indicating varying profitability among cooperative societies.

These low margins for industrial crops, including rice seeds, can limit investment in research, development, and production. This constraint stems from the narrow profit margins associated with these crops, making it less financially appealing for companies to allocate significant resources for innovation or advancement. Consequently, this limitation could hinder the development of new and improved rice seed varieties, impacting the market's growth potential.

Segment Analysis

The global rice seeds market is segmented based on breeding technology, hybridization technique, treatment, grain size and region.

Open-pollinated Varieties Lead the Rice Seed Market due to Their Consistent Performance, Adaptability, and Farmer-Friendly Traits

The market for rice seeds is dominated by open-pollinated varieties (OPVs) because of their intrinsic qualities and widespread farmer acceptability. These seeds can pass on their traits naturally to the next generation while retaining genetic purity, which guarantees continuous yield, resilience, and adaptability. Their greater market share is a result of their accessibility, affordability, and simplicity in terms of allowing farmers to save and replant seeds after harvest.

On October 2023, The Indian Government consulting with the Central Seed Committee, announced 27 new varieties of paddy be sold for agriculture in India which includes 26 open-pollinated varieties of rice. Because of their well-known stable features, OPVs enable farmers to create a self-sufficient seed supply. Their appeal is due to their versatility in a range of agroclimatic circumstances and the adaptability they provide in different farming methods, which greatly contributes to the general expansion and sustainability of the rice seed industry.

Geographical Penetration

Asia-Pacific’s Dominance in the Global Rice Seeds Market Due to Significant Rice Production, Consumption

Asia-Pacific holds the largest market share for rice seeds. With China, India, Indonesia, and Thailand making major contributions to both production and consumption, the region is a major producer and consumer of rice. China is estimated to eat 221 pounds of rice per person per year, which is one of the greatest per capita consumptions in the world and almost ten times that of the United States.

The region's vast rice growing practices, varied agroclimatic conditions, and the sheer amount of rice production are what propel it to prominence. The considerable proportion of Asia-Pacific in the worldwide rice seeds market is also attributed to the region's emphasis on increasing agricultural productivity, technological developments in seed creation, government efforts supporting agriculture, and the high demand for rice of the highest quality.

Bayer introduced the DirectAcres direct-seeded rice (DSR) system on UN World Food Day, offering environmental benefits like reduced water use by 40% and lower greenhouse gas emissions by 45%. Bayer aims to expand DirectAcres across Asia Pacific, beginning with the Philippines in 2024.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players include Bayer AG, Advantaseeds, Syngenta, BIOSTADT INDIA LIMITED, Rasi Seeds (P) Ltd., Ankur Seeds Pvt. Ltd., Nath Bio-Genes (I) Ltd., Rallis India Limited, SL-Agritech, Unico Seeds Pvt. Ltd.

COVID-19 Impact

There were several effects of the COVID-19 epidemic on the market for rice seeds. At first, the distribution of seeds was hampered by problems with logistics and supply chains, which caused a brief slowdown in the market. Initially, difficulties in seed transportation resulted from supply chain and logistical interruptions brought on by trade barriers, lockdowns, and limited movements. This resulted in delays in planting seasons and possibly affected crop output by impeding the timely delivery of seeds to farmers.

Moreover, labor constraints brought on by limitations and security precautions had an impact on seed output. Farmers' access to seeds was impacted by the inability of farms and seed production facilities to handle and package seeds promptly due to a decrease in staff. Positively, the epidemic hastened the agricultural sector's use of digital technologies. It spurred the creation and adoption of online seed shopping platforms, giving farmers an alternate means of obtaining seeds despite geographical limitations.

Russia- Ukraine War Impact

The conflict disrupted the supply chain for rice seed systems. As a result, there were delays and shortages of many of the seeds. Political instability and economic uncertainties resulting from the war impacted the financial stability of farmers. Investment in advanced technologies like rice Seed systems was reduced due to financial constraints.

Geopolitical tensions sparked by the conflict have disrupted supply lines and global trade. The general climate of instability in the region has harmed investor confidence and market stability, indirectly harming the agricultural sector, including rice seed markets, even though Russia and Ukraine are not major exporters of rice seeds.

By Breeding Technology
• Hybrids
Non-Transgenic Hybrids
Transgenic Hybrids

 Herbicide Tolerant

 Insect Resistant
• Open Pollinated Varieties

By Hybridization Technique
• Two-Line System
• Three-Line System

By Treatment
• Treated
• Untreated

By Grain Size
• Long Grains
• Medium-Sized Grains
• Short Grains

By Region
• North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
• South America
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Key Developments
• In June 2022, Bayer Crop Science, a leading agriculture company, introduced “INH 16019,"" a hybrid rice seed that is unique in that it has a strong built-in resistance to both Bacterial Leaf Blight (BLB) and Brown Plant Hopper (BPH).
• In June 2020, ACI Seed introduced a new rice seed brand called ""Mini Shail"". This 130-day cultivar has a 6-7 MT/ha production potential. ACI is developing ""Mini Shail"" in collaboration with Rajshahi University and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI).
• In March 2020, Corteva, an American agricultural chemical and seed company, launched a new hybrid Brevant rice seed for farmers in India.

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